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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$955.39
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$267.51
Plane from Detroit to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$496.81–$828.01
Plane from Muskegon to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$700.62

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
4h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$535.02
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$407.64
Plane from Detroit to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$445.85

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$955.39
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$254.77
Plane from Detroit to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$828.01
Plane from Muskegon to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$700.62

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Midway International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$535.02
Plane from Detroit to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$573.24

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$114.65
Train from Chicago Union Station to Independence
Ave. Duration:
10h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.42–$216.56

Bus operators

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$42.04

The Rapid

Phone:
+1 616-456-7514
Website:
ridetherapid.org
Bus from Pew Campus Station to Kirkhof
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

Michigan Flyer

Phone:
+1 517-333-0400
Email:
Website:
michiganflyer.com/
Bus from East Lansing, MI to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.83–$36.94

Ride KC

Phone:
+1 816-221-0660
Website:
ridekc.org/
Bus from East Village - Bay A to On
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence is to train which costs $70.65 - $282.61 and takes 15h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence?

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence is to line 45 bus and fly and line 24 bus which takes 8h 41m and costs $195.65 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct train between Grand Rapids and Independence?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Rapids station to Independence station. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station and arriving at Independence Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 29m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Independence?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Independence is 1167 km. The road distance is 1056.2 km.

How do I travel from Grand Rapids to Independence without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence without a car is to train which takes 15h 29m and costs $70.65 - $282.61 .

How long does it take to get from Grand Rapids to Independence?

It takes approximately 15h 29m to get from Grand Rapids to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Rapids to Independence train from?

Grand Rapids to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station.

Train or fly from Grand Rapids to Independence?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence is to train which takes 15h 29m and costs $70.65 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $173.91 - $467.39 and takes 9h 41m.

What is the time difference between Grand Rapids and Independence?

Independence is 1h behind Grand Rapids. It is currently 01:32 in Grand Rapids and 00:32 in Independence.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Independence train arrive?

Grand Rapids to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Independence is 1056 km. It takes approximately 11h 4m to drive from Grand Rapids to Independence.

How do I get a train ticket from Grand Rapids to Independence?

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Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 234+ hotels available in Independence. Prices start at $45.92 per night.
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